Touch a light fixture only after disconnecting it from the room s electrical circuit.
Remove fluorescent light fixture kitchen.
Locate the ballast cover on one end of the fixture unscrew it and remove it.
Remove the fluorescent ballast compartment cover to expose the internal wiring and ballast.
The time will come when you need to have access to the internal mechanisms of the appliance if you have to change the tubes of the luminaire or install a new ballast or plug.
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Unplug the fixture or turn off the power at the main panel.
If you have circline fluorescent light bulbs in your kitchen the cover will likely be a spring loaded ceiling light fixture.
Whatever you do don t drop them.
Unlike today s light fixtures fluorescent light fixtures are large bulky and appear difficult to remove but using the correct removal method will ensure that you safely remove the old fixture.
Remove the bulbs and fluorescent light fixture cover.
How to remove fluorescent light cover fluorescent lamps come in a wide range of styles and types and provide many years of operation without the need for maintenance.
With one hand supporting the cover use your other hand to pinch and loosen the clips until the cover is completely free.
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Remove the cover from the fixture and remove the bulbs.
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Note the black and white wires coming from the house circuit connected to the power wires on the ballast.
Handle these carefully because they are fragile.